Portable energy storage declines abroad

How did energy storage grow in 2022 & 2023?

The US utility-scale storage sector saw tremendous growth over 2022 and 2023. In 2022, the volume of energy storage installations totaled 11,976 megawatt hours (MWh), which was surpassed in the first three quarters of 2023, reaching 13,518 MWh by cumulative volume.

Can the energy storage sector be supercharged?

Policymakers in the United States and Europe continue to put forth measures meant to supercharge the energy storage sector toward a promising future. Even with near-term headwinds, cumulative global energy storage installations are projected to be well in excess of 1 terawatt hour (TWh) by 2030.

What technology risks do energy storage systems face?

Energy storage systems face technology risks, with lithium-ion batteries being the most widespread technology. Other technologies like hydrogen and compressed air are also used, and new longer-duration storage solutions are being explored. These technological aspects pose potential risks to the energy storage industry.

When did energy storage installations in the US surpass 11,976 MWh?

The volume of energy storage installations in the United States in 2022 totaled 11,976 megawatt hours (MWh)—a figure surpassed in the first three quarters of 2023 when installations hit 13,518 MWh by cumulative volume.

How many mw did the US storage market add in Q3 2023?

In the third quarter of 2023, the US storage market added a record-setting 2,354 MW and 7,322 MWh despite significant delays in the market.

What types of energy storage policies have been adopted?

Around 15 states have adopted some form of energy storage policy, including procurement targets, regulatory adaptation, demonstration programs, financial incentives, and/or consumer protections. Several states have also required that utility resource plans include energy storage.